Emmet O. Kerr's Obituary
Emmet Omar Kerr, age 77, passed away early Sunday, July 28, 2019. He was born August 12, 1941 to Oscar and Celia (Sermanski) Kerr in Muskegon, MI. He served in the US Navy for four years. Emmet was a long-time employee of Sealed Power Hy-Lift, dedicating 34 years to the company. He retired in 2000. He enjoyed spending time with his friends at the VFW and working on cars. He was an avid bowler and golfer. Above all things, he had a passion for gardening, spending numerous hours tending to his yard. He will truly be missed by many. Emmet is survived by his children; Brian Kerr and Kari Crandall; 3 grandchildren; 3 brothers, George Kerr, Karl Smith, Roger (Jill) Kerr; 3 sisters, Susie Heragers, Nina Kerr, and Ownabell Klots. He was preceded in death by his parents and dear friend Lila Uhor. A graveside service will be held at 1:00PM Friday, August 9, 2019 at St. Mary’s Cemetery. Memorials in Emmet’s name can be directed to the American Cancer Society, https://donate3.cancer.org. You may visit the family’s online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements entrusted to The Walburn Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 1547 W. Sherman Blvd, Muskegon, MI 49441.
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